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Technical Manager - Food

  • Preston, Lancashire
  • Permanent
  • Sep 3, 2026

Technical Manager (Food)
£50,000 - £55,000 + Bonus + Excellent Company Benefits
North West - commutable from Blackburn, Blackpool, Lancaster, Wigan, Bolton, Burnley, Southport and surrounding areas

Are you a Technical Manager from a food background looking for a senior role within an established organisation?


This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a technical function, managing and developing a team whilst working closely with suppliers and internal departments to maintain the highest standards of quality and compliance.


The organisation is well established within their sector and can offer a secure, senior position alongside an excellent benefits package and further opportunities to develop.


The Role:

  • Lead the Technical function and manage/develop the technical team
  • Manage supplier approval, performance, audits and BRC compliance
  • Oversee product specifications, food legislation and technical documentation
  • Work closely with Purchasing/Commercial teams on NPD and supplier approval


The Person:

  • Technical Manager from a Food / FMCG background
  • Strong knowledge of food legislation, BRC and specification management
  • Experience with supplier audits, NPD and supplier technical management
  • Leadership experience and a full UK driving licence

Reference Number: BBBH279120

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Reference Number: BBBH279120_1788445998
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Preston, Lancashire

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£50,000 - £55,000 per annum + Bonus

Per annum

Permanent

Job Type

Engineering

Discipline

BBBH279120_1788445998

Reference Number

03 Sep 2026

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